Origin and Etymology of secrete

Synonym Discussion of secrete

hide, conceal, screen, secrete, bury mean to withhold or withdraw from sight. hide may or may not suggest intent. hide in the closeta house hidden in the woodsconceal usually does imply intent and often specifically implies a refusal to divulge. concealed the weaponscreen implies an interposing of something that prevents discovery. a house screened by treessecrete suggests a depositing in a place unknown to others. secreted the amulet inside his shirtbury implies covering up so as to hide completely. buried the treasure